Wellness Newsletter

IPFW/PARKVIEW HEALTH & WELLNESS CLINIC
WWW.IPFW.EDU/HEALTH OR WWW.IPFW.EDU/CLINIC
Wellness Newsletter
August, 2006 Check out the New Food Guide Pyramid
Inside This Issue
1 MyPyramid.gov
1 Summer Safety Tips
2 Upcoming Events
2 Employee Section: Congrats FWW1MM
2 Student Section: Why is Breakfast Important?
2 Did You Know?
August is National Immunization Awareness Month
Are you up to date?
For more information visit: www.partnersforimmunization.org
MyPyramid replaces the Food Guide Pyramid introduced in 1992. MyPyramid is part of an overall food guidance system that emphasizes the need for a more individualized approach to improving diet and lifestyle. The MyPyramid symbol represents the recommended proportion of foods from each food group and focuses on the importance of making smart food choices in every food group, every day. Physical activity is a new element in the
symbol. The new food guidance system utilizes interactive technology found on http://mypyramid.gov. The interactive activities make it easy for individuals to enter their age, gender and physical activity level to obtain a more personalized recommendation on their daily calorie level based on the 2005 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. The Web site features MyPyramid Plan. My Pryamid Tracker and Inside MyPyramid, plus tips. resources and a worksheet. A child-friendly version of MyPyramid for teachers and children. MyPyramid for Kids. has been developed for children six to 11 years old. More information can be found at http:/irnypvrornid.aov/kids/index.
Source: American Dietetic Association
http://www.eatriqht.org/cps/rde/xchq/ada/hs.xsl/nutrition_fqp_ENU_HTML.htm
5 Summer Safety Tips:
IPFW/Parkview Health & Wellness Clinic
1. Use sunscreen Daily (SPF 15 or higher): Avoid sun exposure during 10:00am and 3:00pm and remember that you can still get burnt when it is cloudy.
2. Drink plenty of fluids while working/exercise outside: take frequent breaks, wear loose clothing, exercise in the cool of the day, if possible.
3. Food safety: Defrost and marinate foods in refrigerator. Cook meats thoroughly: Whole Chicken: 180° F
Chicken Breast: 170° F
Hamburger and Pork: 160° F
Beef: 145° F
4. Update immunizations: Sometimes immunizations are required to start school, make sure you know your immunization record. Tetanus is needed every 10 years. Keep up to date. especially if you are in the habit of walking barefoot.
5. Wear helmets when riding bikes and motorcycles: Each year 500,000 people visit the emergency room and more than 700 people die as a result of a bike related injury. Buy a new helmet every 5 years and make sure you wear bright clothing so you are visible to traffic. Don't forget to follow the rules of the road.
For physicals, sick care, immunizations and health questions call 481-5748 Did You Know?
Benefited Purdue
Employees can still visit
The staywell website to
further their health
knowledge
https://purdueuniversity.oniine.staywell.com
If you have forgotten your username and password
Need Help With Meal
Planning?
For a free nutrition consult call
481-5758
or
e-mail: kiefferj@ipfw.edu
Upcoming Events
September
October
IPFW Team:
Blood Health Profile
Depression Awareness Day
Fort Wayne Walks One
Tues. Sept 12th
Thursday, Oct 5th
Million Miles Celebration
Wed. Sept 27th
Walb Union, 1st floor
Thursday. Aug 3 rct
7-10 am; Walb Union 114/116
11am-7pm
Noon -lpm
to register:
Nutrition Cooking W /S
Kettler, Room 118
www.ipfw.edu/health
Stress Free "Happy Meals"
Lunch will be served
Nutrition Cooking W/S
Thursday, Oct 12th
ALS Walk
Heart Healthy Eating
Noon-1pm
Sunday. August 27th, 2pm
Thursday, Sept 14th
WU 222/224
IPFW Gates Sports Center
Noon-1pm
National Collegiate
Fitness Classes Begin
WU 222/224
Alcohol Awareness Week
Monday, August 28th
American Heart Association
October 16-21
Call 481-6619 for more
Heart Walk
Events TBA
information
Saturday, Sept 16th at Gates
Sports Center, 9:00am
For more Calendar events go to www.ipfw.edu/health/programs
Employee Section:
IPFW's Fort Wayne Walks One Million Miles Team
Congratulations to the IPFW Fort Wayne Walks One Million Miles Team. The goal of Fort Wayne Walks One Million Miles was for Fort Wayne teams to accumulate one million miles by tracking steps on a pedometer. The IPFW team helped Fort Wayne Reach it's one million mile goal by walking a total of 40,015 miles in 12 weeks. That is equivalent to 80.030. l 77 steps. We had over 100 people actively tracking their steps for at least 8 weeks and 83 people tracked their steps for all 12 weeks. Nancy Leinbach stated "It was really fun to be a part of a community-wide health activity like this. I had a friendly rivalry going on with friends on campus. We would compare pedometer readings. it was a good incentive to continue and increase steps." Thanks to all who participatied. For more information visit www.onemillionmiles.org or www.americaonthemove.org.
Student Section:
Why is Breakfast So Important?
Breakfast is important to everyone's overall health and performance. It is an early­ morning refueling stop for your body. After eight to 12 hours without a meal or a snack, your body needs to replenish its glucose, also called blood sugar, the main energy source for the brain. Studies show breakfast eaters tend to have more strength and endurance, and better concentration and problem-solving abilities. On the flip side, those who skip breakfast often feel tired, irritable or restless in the morning. Some good breakfast ideas would be: Whole grain cereal with fruit and milk, low-fat granola with yogurt, toasted waffles with peanut butter, Instant oatmeal with skim milk and fruit, a whole wheat pita stuffed with a scrambled egg and favorite vegetables. Source: American Dietetic Association Tip of the Day www.eatright.org
Sponsored by IPFW/Parkview Health & Wellness Clinic
For more information call 481-6647 or 481-5748 OR visit www.ipfw.edu/health & www.ipfw.edu/clinic

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IPFW/PARKVIEW HEALTH & WELLNESS CLINIC
WWW.IPFW.EDU/HEALTH OR WWW.IPFW.EDU/CLINIC
Wellness Newsletter
August, 2006 Check out the New Food Guide Pyramid
Inside This Issue
1 MyPyramid.gov
1 Summer Safety Tips
2 Upcoming Events
2 Employee Section: Congrats FWW1MM
2 Student Section: Why is Breakfast Important?
2 Did You Know?
August is National Immunization Awareness Month
Are you up to date?
For more information visit: www.partnersforimmunization.org
MyPyramid replaces the Food Guide Pyramid introduced in 1992. MyPyramid is part of an overall food guidance system that emphasizes the need for a more individualized approach to improving diet and lifestyle. The MyPyramid symbol represents the recommended proportion of foods from each food group and focuses on the importance of making smart food choices in every food group, every day. Physical activity is a new element in the
symbol. The new food guidance system utilizes interactive technology found on http://mypyramid.gov. The interactive activities make it easy for individuals to enter their age, gender and physical activity level to obtain a more personalized recommendation on their daily calorie level based on the 2005 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. The Web site features MyPyramid Plan. My Pryamid Tracker and Inside MyPyramid, plus tips. resources and a worksheet. A child-friendly version of MyPyramid for teachers and children. MyPyramid for Kids. has been developed for children six to 11 years old. More information can be found at http:/irnypvrornid.aov/kids/index.
Source: American Dietetic Association
http://www.eatriqht.org/cps/rde/xchq/ada/hs.xsl/nutrition_fqp_ENU_HTML.htm
5 Summer Safety Tips:
IPFW/Parkview Health & Wellness Clinic
1. Use sunscreen Daily (SPF 15 or higher): Avoid sun exposure during 10:00am and 3:00pm and remember that you can still get burnt when it is cloudy.
2. Drink plenty of fluids while working/exercise outside: take frequent breaks, wear loose clothing, exercise in the cool of the day, if possible.
3. Food safety: Defrost and marinate foods in refrigerator. Cook meats thoroughly: Whole Chicken: 180° F
Chicken Breast: 170° F
Hamburger and Pork: 160° F
Beef: 145° F
4. Update immunizations: Sometimes immunizations are required to start school, make sure you know your immunization record. Tetanus is needed every 10 years. Keep up to date. especially if you are in the habit of walking barefoot.
5. Wear helmets when riding bikes and motorcycles: Each year 500,000 people visit the emergency room and more than 700 people die as a result of a bike related injury. Buy a new helmet every 5 years and make sure you wear bright clothing so you are visible to traffic. Don't forget to follow the rules of the road.
For physicals, sick care, immunizations and health questions call 481-5748 Did You Know?
Benefited Purdue
Employees can still visit
The staywell website to
further their health
knowledge
https://purdueuniversity.oniine.staywell.com
If you have forgotten your username and password
Need Help With Meal
Planning?
For a free nutrition consult call
481-5758
or
e-mail: kiefferj@ipfw.edu
Upcoming Events
September
October
IPFW Team:
Blood Health Profile
Depression Awareness Day
Fort Wayne Walks One
Tues. Sept 12th
Thursday, Oct 5th
Million Miles Celebration
Wed. Sept 27th
Walb Union, 1st floor
Thursday. Aug 3 rct
7-10 am; Walb Union 114/116
11am-7pm
Noon -lpm
to register:
Nutrition Cooking W /S
Kettler, Room 118
www.ipfw.edu/health
Stress Free "Happy Meals"
Lunch will be served
Nutrition Cooking W/S
Thursday, Oct 12th
ALS Walk
Heart Healthy Eating
Noon-1pm
Sunday. August 27th, 2pm
Thursday, Sept 14th
WU 222/224
IPFW Gates Sports Center
Noon-1pm
National Collegiate
Fitness Classes Begin
WU 222/224
Alcohol Awareness Week
Monday, August 28th
American Heart Association
October 16-21
Call 481-6619 for more
Heart Walk
Events TBA
information
Saturday, Sept 16th at Gates
Sports Center, 9:00am
For more Calendar events go to www.ipfw.edu/health/programs
Employee Section:
IPFW's Fort Wayne Walks One Million Miles Team
Congratulations to the IPFW Fort Wayne Walks One Million Miles Team. The goal of Fort Wayne Walks One Million Miles was for Fort Wayne teams to accumulate one million miles by tracking steps on a pedometer. The IPFW team helped Fort Wayne Reach it's one million mile goal by walking a total of 40,015 miles in 12 weeks. That is equivalent to 80.030. l 77 steps. We had over 100 people actively tracking their steps for at least 8 weeks and 83 people tracked their steps for all 12 weeks. Nancy Leinbach stated "It was really fun to be a part of a community-wide health activity like this. I had a friendly rivalry going on with friends on campus. We would compare pedometer readings. it was a good incentive to continue and increase steps." Thanks to all who participatied. For more information visit www.onemillionmiles.org or www.americaonthemove.org.
Student Section:
Why is Breakfast So Important?
Breakfast is important to everyone's overall health and performance. It is an early­ morning refueling stop for your body. After eight to 12 hours without a meal or a snack, your body needs to replenish its glucose, also called blood sugar, the main energy source for the brain. Studies show breakfast eaters tend to have more strength and endurance, and better concentration and problem-solving abilities. On the flip side, those who skip breakfast often feel tired, irritable or restless in the morning. Some good breakfast ideas would be: Whole grain cereal with fruit and milk, low-fat granola with yogurt, toasted waffles with peanut butter, Instant oatmeal with skim milk and fruit, a whole wheat pita stuffed with a scrambled egg and favorite vegetables. Source: American Dietetic Association Tip of the Day www.eatright.org
Sponsored by IPFW/Parkview Health & Wellness Clinic
For more information call 481-6647 or 481-5748 OR visit www.ipfw.edu/health & www.ipfw.edu/clinic